Ayyappanum Koshiyum was a much critically acclaimed Malayalam film of 2020.

The film starred Biju Menon and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles. The film is officially being recreated in Hindi, starring John Abraham and Abhishek Bachchan.
However, as per recent reports by a leading entertain website, Arjun Kapoor has replaced Abhishek Bachchan to be in the shoes of Prithviraj Sukumaran.
According to the report of a leading daily, Abhishek Bachchan will no longer be a part of the Hindi adaptation of Ayyappanum Koshiyum.
The filmmakers locked Arjun Kapoor as the second lead of the film.
As per daily‘s source, John Abraham and Arjun Kapoor have gelled up well while shooting for their film Ek Villain Returns.
John Abraham suggested director Jagan Shakti cast Arjun Kapoor in the place of Abhishek Bachchan.
After locking Arjun Kapoor, John Abraham will play the role of Biju Menon. From the original film. While the Ishaqzaade actor will step into Prithviraj Sukumaran’s character.